The Cay Chapter 2

What was the purpose of the blackout curtains used by the narrator's family?

• To block out the sun

• For decoration

• To prevent light from escaping and alerting enemy U-boats

• To keep the house warm

Why did the narrator's mother insist on leaving the island?

• She wanted to go on a vacation

• She missed her family in Northrop

• She believed it was too dangerous to stay due to the war

• She disliked the island

What did the narrator love about the island?

• The unique culture and natural beauty

• The shopping malls

• The cold weather

• The modern cities

What was the reaction of the community to the torpedoing of the Norwegian tanker?

• Celebration

• Fear and helplessness

• Indifference

• Confusion

What caused the refinery to consider shutting down?

• A workers' strike

• Lack of crude oil due to naval escorts refusing to sail

• Mechanical failure

• A fire

Why did the narrator's father volunteer to help man the lake tankers?

• He enjoyed sailing

• Out of a sense of duty to support the war effort

• He needed a job

• He was ordered to

What was the narrator's reaction to the Empire Turn's explosion?

• He found it inspiring

• He was thrilled by the spectacle

• He became fearful of the war

• He was indifferent

How did the narrator feel about leaving the island?

• Happy to leave the war behind

• Angry and hollow inside

• Indifferent

• Excited for a new adventure

What did the narrator's father do to ensure their safety before leaving on the SS Jato?

• Checked the weather forecast

• Inspected the lifeboats and fire hoses

• Bought new clothes for the trip

• Packed extra food

What ultimately convinced the narrator's mother to leave the island?

• A job opportunity in Northrop

• The reopening of the refinery

• The ongoing threat of U-boat attacks

• The arrival of naval protection